Search results for '2003'

Death for all three accused in 2003 Mumbai blasts case

Death for all three accused in 2003 Mumbai blasts case

Rediff.com6 Aug 2009

Six years after the twin blasts at Gateway of India and Zaveri Bazaar, a special Prevention of Terrorism Act Court in Mumbai has given death sentence to all the three accused in the heinous crime.

SC says 2014 ruling removing graft shield for babus to have retrospective effect

SC says 2014 ruling removing graft shield for babus to have retrospective effect

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

A five-judge Constitution bench headed by Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul, in a unanimous verdict, ruled that its 2014 verdict, which had struck down a provision of the Delhi Special Police Establishment (DSPE) Act, 1946 providing immunity to such officers in graft cases, will have retrospective effect.

The man who guarded Indira Gandhi set to be Mizoram CM

The man who guarded Indira Gandhi set to be Mizoram CM

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

Lalduhoma's political journey has been all about battling against odds.

'Fali Nariman was a fantastic court craftsman'

'Fali Nariman was a fantastic court craftsman'

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

'He was the best court craftsman that I have ever seen who could modulate his arguments in accordance with the judge and the mood.'

Cruelty: HC on withholding mutual divorce consent in failed marriage

Cruelty: HC on withholding mutual divorce consent in failed marriage

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

A bench headed by Justice Suresh Kumar Kait, while dealing with an appeal of the wife who withdrew her consent for mutual divorce after a settlement, observed that the idea of a no-fault-divorce is to make the parties realise that there was a sensible way of parting on the agreed terms.

Shivraj evades question on becoming MP CM again

Shivraj evades question on becoming MP CM again

Rediff.com2 Dec 2023

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Friday said his party would pull off a spectacular victory in the state assembly elections, but evaded a direct reply to a question whether he would be the chief minister for the fifth time, as he just said 'Bharatiya Janata Party Zindabad'.

Getting Nostalgic With Kareena, Shilpa, Rani

Getting Nostalgic With Kareena, Shilpa, Rani

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

Bollywood weddings are incomplete without Mehendi Artist Veena Nagda, as brides simply love her.

Oscar Pistorius: From 'Blade Runner' hero to convicted murderer

Oscar Pistorius: From 'Blade Runner' hero to convicted murderer

Rediff.com5 Jan 2024

South African athlete Oscar Pistorius, known as the "Blade Runner" for his carbon-fibre prosthetic legs, was released on parole on Friday, nearly 11 years after murdering his girlfriend.

77.15% voter turnout in MP assembly polls

77.15% voter turnout in MP assembly polls

Rediff.com19 Nov 2023

Madhya Pradesh assembly polls have recorded a voter turnout of 77.15 per cent, which is 1.52 per cent higher than in 2018, as per the latest data released by the Election Commission of India.

HC orders ASI to conduct 'scientific survey' of MP's Bhojshala in 6 weeks

HC orders ASI to conduct 'scientific survey' of MP's Bhojshala in 6 weeks

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

Aggrieved by the direction, Dhar city's head cleric Waqar Sadiq said they (Kamal Maula Mosque management committee) will challenge the ruling in the Supreme Court.

Indo-German trade to touch Rs 26,000 cr in 2003

Indo-German trade to touch Rs 26,000 cr in 2003

Rediff.com31 Dec 2003

Indo-German trade should touch Rs 26,000 crore in 2003 as a result of appreciation of the euro against the dollar which would result in a shift from dollar invoicing, D Kebschull, director, Indo-German Export Promotion Council, said.

Chhattisgarh: Rs 11 lakh seized from BJP candidate

Chhattisgarh: Rs 11 lakh seized from BJP candidate

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

Former MLA Ram Dayal Uikey, the BJP nominee from Pali-Tanakhar seat in Korba district, was present in the vehicle when the cash was seized from there, the police official said.

2023's Best Performers On OTT

2023's Best Performers On OTT

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

While some of them, like Sushmita Sen (Aarya 3) and Kajol (Lust Stories 2) disappointed Subhash K Jha, he picks his favourite performances from the world of OTT.

India's batters light up Diwali in record-spree

India's batters light up Diwali in record-spree

Rediff.com12 Nov 2023

A look at the records set during India's innings against the Netherlands in the ICC World Cup match in Bengaluru on Sunday.

HC upholds life term to 5 in 2003 Gujarat gang-rape case

HC upholds life term to 5 in 2003 Gujarat gang-rape case

Rediff.com27 Dec 2012

The Gujarat High Court on Thursday upheld life imprisonment to five persons, who gang-raped a 24-year-old city girl after a New Year night party in 2003, at a hotel, where she was lured by her boyfriend Sajal Jain.

If my son plays a sport, I will be using Kohli's commitment, dedication....: Brian Lara

If my son plays a sport, I will be using Kohli's commitment, dedication....: Brian Lara

Rediff.com2 Dec 2023

Legendary West Indies cricketer Brian Lara said that if his son plays any sport, he will use India batter Virat Kohli as an example of commitment and dedication.

BJP lists 40 star campaigners for MP but no Uma Bharti

BJP lists 40 star campaigners for MP but no Uma Bharti

Rediff.com27 Oct 2023

It also includes Maharashtra deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, BJP leader Manoj Tiwari and MP home minister Narottam Mishra.

Tribal leader Vishnu Deo Sai to be new Chhattisgarh CM

Tribal leader Vishnu Deo Sai to be new Chhattisgarh CM

Rediff.com10 Dec 2023

Vishnu Deo Sai, a prominent tribal face of the Bharatiya Janata Party, will be the next chief minister of Chhattisgarh where the saffron party returned to power after a gap of five years following the recently-concluded assembly polls.

EPL: Liverpool outclass Chelsea; City up to second

EPL: Liverpool outclass Chelsea; City up to second

Rediff.com1 Feb 2024

Twenty-year-old Conor Bradley scored his first goal for Liverpool and claimed two assists as Juergen Klopp's team moved five points clear at the top

Bush paid $227,490 as income tax in 2003

Bush paid $227,490 as income tax in 2003

Rediff.com14 Apr 2004

US President George W Bush and his wife reported a taxable income of $727,083 for the last year and paid $227,490 in federal income taxes, the White House said.

IT sector to grow 28% in 2003-04: Nasscom

IT sector to grow 28% in 2003-04: Nasscom

Rediff.com2 Feb 2004

The National Association of Software and Service Companies on Monday said the Indian software and services sector will post a 28 per cent growth in 2003-04 at $12 billion in revenues, compared to $9.5 billion in 2002-03.

Can Australia halt India's unbeaten run to WC glory?

Can Australia halt India's unbeaten run to WC glory?

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

Resurgent Australia stand between unblemished India and World Cup glory

Nearly 25 BJP MLAs meet Vasundhara Raje in show of strength

Nearly 25 BJP MLAs meet Vasundhara Raje in show of strength

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

Though the MLAs termed it a courtesy meeting, they said they will support Raje if the party leadership chooses her for the post in the state.

India, Pak to follow tenets of 2003 truce pact: Army officer

India, Pak to follow tenets of 2003 truce pact: Army officer

Rediff.com22 Sep 2015

He was replying to a volley of questions about the outcome of Monday's brigade commander's flag meeting in Poonch.

Messi's PSG nightmare: The story of his unhappy stint

Messi's PSG nightmare: The story of his unhappy stint

Rediff.com4 Aug 2023

Lionel Messi didn't enjoy his time with the Ligue 1 side Paris Saint Germain.

GDP growth may exceed 7% in 2003-04: Govt

GDP growth may exceed 7% in 2003-04: Govt

Rediff.com18 Dec 2003

The overall growth in real gross domestic product is expected to exceed seven per cent in 2003-04 as per the mid-year review, the government said on Thursday.

Chhattisgarh BJP MLAs to meet today as suspense over CM likely to end

Chhattisgarh BJP MLAs to meet today as suspense over CM likely to end

Rediff.com10 Dec 2023

Responding to a query, Mathur said there is no "formula" for electing the chief minister.

India aims at $20-mn arms exports in 2003

India aims at $20-mn arms exports in 2003

Rediff.com13 May 2003

India is aiming to export arms and ammunition worth $20 in 2003 by showcasing, in the international market, indigenous upgraded versions of 130MM and 105MM artillery guns, mine-protecting vehicles as well as various assault rifles.

'Everybody would say I should act like my sister'

'Everybody would say I should act like my sister'

Rediff.com16 Apr 2024

'Padmini and I are very different people.' 'Our acting styles are very different. She's from a different era.'

IT sector revenue touched $16.4 billion in 2003

IT sector revenue touched $16.4 billion in 2003

Rediff.com18 Feb 2004

Indian IT industry posted a 21 per cent increase in revenue in the year 2003 at $16.4 billion constituting three per cent of the country's GDP, according to IT consultant firm Skoch.

Was there a phone call from Kolkata? PM's swipe at Adhir

Was there a phone call from Kolkata? PM's swipe at Adhir

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday took a swipe at Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury and wondered whether he was sidelined in the debate on the no-confidence motion due to a phone call from Kolkata.

At 39, Modi Knew Ayodhya's Value For The BJP's Future

At 39, Modi Knew Ayodhya's Value For The BJP's Future

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

Gujarat was labelled Hindutva's crucible and Modi was to become the chief 'chemist'. A revealing political saga excerpted from Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay's The Demolition, the Verdict and the Temple: The Definitive Book on the Ram Mandir Project.

'Was waiting to explore horror again'

'Was waiting to explore horror again'

Rediff.com23 Feb 2024

'When I did Bhoot we got a lot of appreciation. After that I didn't get any script that was good in this genre.'

No new taxes in UP budget for 2003-04

No new taxes in UP budget for 2003-04

Rediff.com14 Nov 2003

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mulayam Singh Yadav on Friday presented a tax-free budget for 2003-2004 in the Vidhan Sabha with a net deficit of Rs 1,020.87 crore.

'I don't think Warner's one of the greats'

'I don't think Warner's one of the greats'

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

Former coach John Buchanan does not consider David Warner as one of the greats of the game.

IOC to invest about Rs 1500 cr in 2003

IOC to invest about Rs 1500 cr in 2003

Rediff.com1 May 2003

State-owned Indian Oil Corporation plans to invest close to Rs 1500 crore (Rs 15 billion) in 2003 to set up about 1000 petrol stations and improve its retail infrastructure before competition from private retailers.

Check out F1's record 24-race calendar for 2024

Check out F1's record 24-race calendar for 2024

Rediff.com27 Feb 2024

Formula One will have a record 24 races in the season that starts in Bahrain on Saturday.